Lawmakers weigh shift to ag department on noxious weed rules
Kansas lawmakers open debate on HB 2479 moving designation of noxious weeds from the Legislature to the Agriculture Department. Agribusiness groups back the bill while environmental and small farm groups warn about chemical drift and impacts on vineyards and organic farming. concerns include advisory committee representation and potential herbicide use.
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Closing bids sharpen in Iowa as candidates cast last appeals
In Des Moines candidates pressed last arguments before the Iowa caucuses. Clinton and Sanders sparred over Clinton email disclosures while Sanders touted small donations and youth turnout. Trump Cruz and Rubio clashed, with evangelicals seen as pivotal and Rubio framed as best for the general election.
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